GE Homespring - Spring Start-Up Following Winterization

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5
Remove the system cap and remove the prelter. If the
system is equipped with the carbon prelter, discard the
carbon prelter. If the system is equipped with the stainless
steel prelter, clean and set aside the stainless steel prelter
temporarily. The stainless steel prelter can be stored in the
system for the winter in step 7.
Open
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6
Fill with approximately 3 US gal (12 liters) of -58°F (-50°C)
propylene glycol based plumbing antifreeze. The UFC 211 and
UF 211 series models do not have enough internal space to
accommodate 3 gallons of antifreeze initially. Remove the plug
from the outlet stainless steel ex hose and drain some
antifreeze/water mix from the system into an empty container.
Add the remainder of the antifreeze into the internal prelter
cavity. The uid level in the system must be at least 2” above
the bottom of the internal prelter cavity. Reinstall the plug
into the outlet stainless steel ex hose.
Antifreeze level at
least 2" from bottom
of Prelter cavity.
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7
If a stainless steel prelter has been set aside, place the
stainless steel prelter in the prelter cavity.
8
For all systems, replace the system cap using the cap
wrench and check both plugs (drain and outlet) for any leaks.
The system is ready for winter.
Spring Start-Up Following Winterization
WARNING: Do NOT allow the
plumbing antifreeze/ water mix to drain onto the
ground, or into a septic bed, storm sewer or any body
of water. Check the plumbing antifreeze manufacturer’s
directions and warnings for more information.
1
Drain antifreeze solution from the system by removing
the outlet plug. Drain into proper containers. Dispose of the
antifreeze solution in accordance with the manufacturer’s
directions.
2
Remove drain plug from drain solenoid valve and
reconnect the elbow and piping. Ensure the drain is in
accordance with the initial set-up as described in the System
Installation section.
Drain hose must be
anchored down to
the oor or wall and
directed down into the
drain
The local
plumbing code
may require an
air gap to be
installed at the
drain line.
Figure 77
3
Open the inlet valve to ll the system with water. Air will
escape through the air relief valve in the system cap.
Inlet Valve
Bypass Valve
Outlet Valve
Figure 78